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FIFA and Adidas Unveil Trionda, 2026 World Cup Ball With Side‑Mounted 500Hz Sensor

The connected-ball upgrade is pitched to improve VAR by pinpointing every touch at roughly 500 measurements per second.

Overview

  • The official TRIONDA match ball debuted with a side‑mounted inertial measurement unit that transmits real‑time data to VAR for faster offside and potential handball rulings.
  • Adidas and FIFA say counter‑balances in the other panels preserve flight stability after relocating the chip from a central suspension used in 2022.
  • A new four‑panel construction with deep seams and embossed micro‑icons is designed to deliver more consistent in‑flight drag and better grip in wet conditions.
  • Design elements highlight the three hosts with red, green and blue waves and national symbols—star for the United States, maple leaf for Canada, eagle for Mexico—plus gold accents nodding to the trophy.
  • Consumer versions are on sale now across tiers, from minis around $22 to official match balls near $210, with a jumbo promotional edition listed at about $320.